NOMINATIONS

The award honors local citizens in recognition of achievement, leadership and commitment to make a significant contribution to the community and its people. The honoree is featured in the Telegraph Herald on New Year’s Day and a reception is held in their honor.
12 Rising Stars are chosen from submitted nominations. In September, the breakfast recognizes them for their accomplishments and volunteerism. Guests are enlightened by a keynote speaker. An awards presentation completes the morning.


The Salute to Women Awards breakfast honors women in our community who give of their time and energy to make our community a better place. It recognizes and hones women who have demonstrated qualities of leadership and excellence in their professional and personal endeavors.
In recognition of our esteemed and accomplished professionals aged 60 and above, we invite nominations from colleagues, family members, and friends. This initiative aims to commend outstanding achievements, and we will present the Savvy Over 60 award to five distinguished professionals in the Tri-State region.


Tri-State Farm Families of the Year is an awards event. Nominations are submitted for Farm Families in each of the following categories, Grain, Livestock, Dairy and Organic. A committee chooses a family from each category and they receive an award at the yearly Tri-State Farm Families of the Year event.